Originally Posted by
joshwex90
Recommendation for the future is to wrap your bag in CPT and short-check to JNB, unwrap and head to LY check-in and then re-check the bags (they then wrap for free). Helps ensure the bags made it, ensures you have the proper BP for boarding, and simplifies the security process.
Why would you want to wrap/unwrap etc.?
I agree if you have enough time and not bothered carrying your bag you can short-check it, but in most cases it's not really needed and your bag will make it.